Global growth set to slow to 2.5% and India 'will lose a step too': Moody's AnalyticsMoody's Analytics expects global growth to slow to 2.5% in 2026, saying India too "will lose a step" amid a broader moderation in activity....
16 Jul, 2026, 12.30 PM IST
Ship traffic through Strait of Hormuz drops after U.S. blockadeFewer vessels traversed the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday after the US reimposed its naval blockade. Shipping data indicated a decrease in ...
16 Jul, 2026, 08.56 AM IST
Strait of Hormuz closure must end within weeks or global economy will suffer, IEA chief warnsGlobal economic headwinds could emerge if Strait of Hormuz disruptions continue for weeks. Financial markets show anxiety over escalating c...
16 Jul, 2026, 07.27 AM IST
US-China tech rivalry explained: Why the AI and chip war mattersThe US and China are engaged in a significant technology competition. Artificial intelligence and semiconductor chips are central to this o...
15 Jul, 2026, 12.45 PM IST
Global Market: China Q2 growth slows to 4.3% yoy; Asia, metals stocks likely to remain volatileChina's economy grew 4.3% year-on-year in the second quarter, missing market expectations and marking its slowest pace since late 2022. The...
15 Jul, 2026, 10.17 AM IST
India well placed to anchor Asia's value chains: FECCGEC East in Singapore focuses on advancing international economic cooperation through dialogue. The forum brings together leaders to discus...
15 Jul, 2026, 08.13 AM IST
Global Market: South Korea targets AI-led growth, raises 2026 GDP forecast to five-year high; chip stocks in focusSouth Korea has raised its 2026 GDP growth forecast to 3%, the fastest pace in five years, backed by an AI and semiconductor-led investment...
14 Jul, 2026, 10.28 AM IST
Fed officials divided on US inflation views; US home prices hit all-time highThe International Monetary Fund predicts a modest global economic growth of three percent for this year. In the United States, home prices ...
12 Jul, 2026, 10.33 AM IST
Charting the global economy: Iran war continues to cloud outlookJapan's bank lending expansion suggests room for the central bank to raise rates further. Meanwhile, high borrowing costs continue to impac...
12 Jul, 2026, 10.05 AM IST
IMF growth downgrade, Fed split and oil fears dominate week in global economyThe International Monetary Fund forecasts a sluggish global economic growth of three percent this year. US home prices have reached an all-...
11 Jul, 2026, 07.59 PM IST
IMF lowers 2026 global growth outlook to 3%, projects 3.4% growth in 2027The International Monetary Fund has adjusted its global growth prediction for 2026, reflecting the adverse effects of warfare and rapid tec...
10 Jul, 2026, 06.07 PM IST
India wants to lead, not just host, GCCs: Nirmala SitharamanIndia aims to lead global capability centres and the world's knowledge economy. The nation now hosts over half of the world's GCCs, which i...
10 Jul, 2026, 02.55 PM IST
Hormuz & Iran war can slow India down but not hold it backDespite the Iran war, Strait of Hormuz risks and elevated crude oil prices, the IMF expects India to remain one of the world's fastest-grow...
09 Jul, 2026, 02.05 PM IST
IMF lowers India’s FY27 growth outlook, retains status as fastest-growing economyThe IMF projects India's FY27 growth at 6.4 percent, remaining a leading global economy. Strong private consumption and services activity s...
08 Jul, 2026, 07.23 PM IST
AI boom drives intangible investment to record level: UNGlobal intangible asset investments reached over $10 trillion in 2025. This growth significantly outpaced tangible investments over recent ...
08 Jul, 2026, 12.07 PM IST
IMF appoints ex-Fed economist Silvana Tenreyro as chief economist, head of researchThe International Monetary Fund appointed Silvana Tenreyro as its next chief economist. She will assume the role of economic counselor and ...
08 Jul, 2026, 08.31 AM IST
Charting the Global Economy: US hiring slows, eurozone CPI coolsIn Asia, Japan's economy is nearing a post-war growth record, buoyed by AI-driven exports, though some Chinese fund managers warn of an AI ...
05 Jul, 2026, 09.46 AM IST